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About 305th Civil Engineer Squadron

The 305th Civil Engineer Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force, stationed at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. Activated to support the 305th Air Mobility Wing, the squadron is responsible for base infrastructure, emergency management, and rapid airfield repair. Over the years, its engineers have deployed worldwide, supporting both combat operations and humanitarian missions. The 305th CES provides critical support for air mobility operations, ensuring the base’s facilities and runways remain mission-ready at all times.

Unit Members

Grayson Mcbryde

U.S. Air Force (1993-1997)

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Darlene Staudacher

U.S. Air Force

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U.S. Air Force • 1967

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U.S. Air Force • 1968

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U.S. Air Force • 1968

U.S. Air Force • 1965

About 305th Civil Engineer Squadron

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The 305th Civil Engineer Squadron (305 CES) is part of the 305th Air Mobility Wing, stationed at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. • Base Support: The squadron is responsible for maintaining and supporting the complex infrastructure at one of the largest joint bases in the United States. • Disaster Response: 305 CES personnel have responded to numerous natural disasters, providing rapid runway repair, damage assessment, and restoration of critical base services. • Global Deployments: The squadron has deployed members in support of operations in the Middle East, including Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. • Special Capabilities: 305 CES specializes in explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), emergency management, and fire protection, making it a multi-functional engineering unit. • Energy Efficiency: The squadron has led major energy-saving initiatives, including solar panel installations and energy management systems, to reduce the base’s carbon footprint. • Historic Flights: The squadron’s work enables vital air mobility missions, supporting aircraft such as the KC-10 Extender and C-17 Globemaster III for global reach operations. • Awards: 305 CES has earned numerous Air Force-level awards for superior performance in engineering, fire protection, and emergency management. • Joint Operations: The squadron works closely with Army, Navy, and Marine Corps engineers on the joint base, fostering inter-service cooperation and training. • Community Projects: Members of the squadron regularly volunteer in local community projects, such as Habitat for Humanity and STEM outreach programs for local schools.